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I haven't played Cribbage for years. It's an interesting game, requiring skill, low cunning and simple addition.

This implementation is the five-card, two player version with the Spectrum as your opponent.

If you've never played cribbage, the instructions painlessly teach you the rudiments and gives you prompts throughout the game to help you along.

The score is recorded on the cribbage board, displayed at screen top, with the green playing area below. The cards have nicely patterned backs, with clearly readable faces, and there is a running score of games won.

A more lifelike representation of the pegging than the thermometer-type graphics would be preferable.

I enjoyed playing but, apart from the first three games, I have not lost since. Advertised for expert or novice, it needs a second, expert skill level. Cribbage addicts without partners will like this.

D.C.